| Model Year | 2018 | 2007 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz GLS | BMW X5 | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 115.5 in | 5.6 in |
| Length | 202.0 in | 191.1 in | 10.9 in |
| Width | 76.1 in | 76.1 in | 0 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 69.5 in | 3.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 5400 lb. | 4982 lb. | 418 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 26.4 gal. | 23.0 gal. | 3.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 39.3 in | 1.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 60.0 in | -1.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 40.0 in | 0.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 39.0 in | 1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.3 in | 58.0 in | 0.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 36.6 in | 1.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 38.9 in | 0.0 in | 38.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.5 in | 0.0 in | 50.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 35.0 in | 0.0 in | 35 in |
| Total Legroom | 113.8 in (over 3 rows) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 37.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.0 ft3 | 7.1 ft3 | 8.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 49.4 ft3 | 21.9 ft3 | 27.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 93.8 ft3 | 75.2 ft3 | 18.6 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLS.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2007 BMW X5.